Literary Genres Quiz

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What are the unique features of poetry?

Imaginative awareness of experience, expressive language, use of meter and rhyme.

What are the four conventional literary genres?

Poetry, Drama, Fiction, Non-Fiction.

What is Drama characterized by?

Composition in prose or verse presenting a story in dialogue or pantomime.

What is Non-Fiction based on?

Facts and the author's opinion about a subject. Signup and view all the answers

What defines Fiction?

Literature created from the imagination, not presented as fact. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an illustrated novel?

The Invention of Hugo Cabret Signup and view all the answers

What genre does Digi-fiction combine?

Book, Movie/Video, and Internet Website Signup and view all the answers

What does a Graphic Novel convey?

Narrative in comic book formats Signup and view all the answers

Define Manga.

Japanese comics or graphic novels, often associated with various styles. Signup and view all the answers

What is Doodle Fiction?

Literary presentation with drawings and handwritten graphics instead of traditional font. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Text-Talk Novels?

Narratives presented in blogs, emails, and instant messaging format. Signup and view all the answers

What issues does Chick Lit typically address?

Modern womanhood, often humorously and lightheartedly. Signup and view all the answers

What defines Flash Fiction?

A style of fictional literature of extreme brevity. Signup and view all the answers

Who is often credited with creating a famous six-word flash fiction?

Ernest Hemingway. Signup and view all the answers

What does Creative Non-Fiction use to create narratives?

Literary styles and techniques combined with factual accuracy. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is an example of Creative Non-Fiction?

1000 Gifts Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of Science Fiction?

Imaginative concepts such as futuristic science, space travel, and extra-terrestrial life. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Conventional Literary Genres

Poetry: Expresses imaginative awareness through careful language choices to evoke emotions. Usually employs meter and rhyme. Difficult to define due to its subjective nature.
Drama: A narrative in prose or verse that presents a story involving dialogue, conflict, and character contrast, designed for stage performance.
Fiction: Literature stemming from imagination rather than fact, encompassing novels, short stories, and novellas.
Non-Fiction: Based on factual information and the author's perspective, aiming to inform or persuade. Examples include biographies and journalistic articles.

21st Century Literature Genres

Illustrated Novel: Combines text with illustrations, creating a narrative where 50% is communicated visually. Readers interpret images for full story comprehension. Examples include The Invention of Hugo Cabret and The Arrival.
Digi-Fiction: Integrates three media formats—book, video, and website. Full understanding requires navigation, reading, and viewing. Examples are Skeleton Creek and Level 26.
Graphic Novel: Presents narratives in a comic book format, encompassing both fiction and non-fiction. Example: Archie Comics.
Manga: Japanese comics, comprising various genres targeting different demographics (Shonen, Shojo, Seinen, Josei, Kodomo). Known for distinct artistic and storytelling styles.
Doodle Fiction: Features doodles, handwritten elements, and drawings instead of traditional fonts, often adding humor. Examples include The Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Timmy Failure.
Text-Talk Novels: Stories told in formats resembling blogs, emails, or instant messaging, focusing heavily on dialogue.
Chick Lit: Genre focused on modern womanhood with a light-hearted tone. Protagonists often reflect femininity. Examples: The Night Before Christmas by Scarlet Bailey, It Started With a Kiss by Miranda Dickinson.
Flash Fiction: Extremely brief fictional literature without a standardized length, ranging from single words to a thousand words.
Six-Word Flash Fiction: A concise storytelling style exemplified by Hemingway’s “For sale: baby socks, never worn.”
Creative Non-Fiction: Uses literary techniques to create accurate narratives, differing from traditional non-fiction styles like journalism. Examples include 1000 Gifts by Ann Voskamp and Wind, Sand, and Stars by Antoine de Saint-Exupery.
Science Fiction: Explores imaginative themes like futuristic science, technology, space travel, and extra-terrestrial life, often examining societal impacts and possibilities.

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Test your knowledge on conventional and 21st-century literary genres! This quiz covers various forms of literature including poetry, drama, fiction, non-fiction, illustrated novels, and digi-fiction. Explore how these genres differ and their unique characteristics.